LPC demands end to UK youth pay gap
The Low Pay Commission calls for an end to age-related pay disparities, urging the UK government to align minimum wages for all workers, regardless of age.
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Edinburgh Fringe satire tackles wealth hypocrisy
A biting new comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival skewers wealth inequality while questioning personal hypocrisy. 'Eat the Rich – But Maybe Not My Mates' delivers laughs with a side of social commentary.
Women politicians face 3-4x more online abuse than men
New research confirms female politicians endure significantly higher levels of online harassment compared to their male counterparts, raising concerns about democracy and representation.
AI's Impact on the Global South: Promise and Peril
Artificial intelligence is transforming economies in the Global South, but experts warn of growing inequalities and ethical concerns.
Jess Phillips on Women’s Unpaid Labour Crisis
Labour MP Jess Phillips highlights the staggering impact of unpaid labour on women, calling for systemic change to address gender inequality in household responsibilities.
UK 'grew fat on women’s unpaid labour' – Jess Phillips
Labour MP Jess Phillips argues that the UK has economically benefited from women's unpaid domestic work, calling for systemic change to address gender inequality.
Labour proposes wealth tax to fund public services
Shadow Treasury Minister Anneliese Dodds suggests a one-off wealth tax could address economic inequality and boost public funding. Could this reshape UK fiscal policy?
Dodds urges wealth tax to tackle inequality
Ex-shadow chancellor Anneliese Dodds calls for a wealth tax to address inequality, suggesting it could fund public services and reduce economic disparity.
Summer Riots: Key Lessons One Year On
A year after the UK's summer riots, experts reflect on the causes, responses, and lasting impacts. What has changed, and what still needs addressing?
Australia's Closing the Gap targets worsen in key areas
New data shows critical targets for improving Indigenous Australian lives are worsening, sparking calls for urgent policy reform.
US millionaires surpass middle class in startling wealth shift
New data shows the number of US millionaires has surpassed the middle class, highlighting a growing wealth divide. Experts warn of long-term economic consequences.
US Middle Class Shrinks as Millionaires Grow
The American middle class is shrinking while the number of millionaires surges, raising concerns about economic inequality and future stability.
Are Baby Boomers Really to Blame for UK's Woes?
A fresh perspective challenges the common narrative that retired baby boomers are the root of the UK's economic struggles, highlighting broader systemic issues.
NYC launches public grocery stores to combat food inequality
New York City introduces a groundbreaking initiative with public grocery stores to ensure affordable, fresh food for all residents, combating food deserts and high prices.
Gender pension gap: Women's savings may run out 12 years early
New research reveals a stark gender disparity in retirement savings, with women's pensions at risk of depletion years earlier than men's. Experts warn of a looming crisis.
Rich activists occupy London hotel in inequality protest
Affluent protesters have taken over a high-end London hotel near the US Embassy, demanding systemic change to address wealth disparity. The unusual demonstration has sparked debate on privilege and activism.
Silicon Valley wealth gap hits record high
Despite soaring tech profits, income inequality in Silicon Valley reaches alarming levels, with many residents struggling to afford basic living costs.
Starmer pledges to cut child poverty before next election
Labour leader Keir Starmer has committed to reducing child poverty in the UK before the next general election, outlining plans to address inequality and support vulnerable families.
NHS wait times show growing rich-poor divide
New data reveals stark postcode lottery in NHS care, with deprived communities suffering longest delays for treatment amid growing healthcare inequality.
Online misogyny: Symptom not cause of gender inequality
Experts argue that online misogyny is merely a symptom of entrenched gender inequalities, not the root cause. Discover why tackling the digital space alone won't solve the problem.
NHS medication bias leaves women without treatments
A parliamentary report reveals systemic gender bias in NHS drug approvals, leaving women without critical treatments available elsewhere in Europe.
AI in Private Schools Risks Widening Education Gap
A new report by the Sutton Trust highlights how private schools are leveraging AI tools, potentially widening the education gap with state schools. Experts call for equitable access to technology.
Austerity's legacy: Teen pregnancy crisis in UK
A decade of austerity policies has left a devastating mark on Britain, with soaring teenage pregnancy rates revealing the human cost of budget cuts.
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